Whopper: Woman catches 88-pound catfish

That’s one big fish, and it doesn’t appear to be just a fish story.

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency shared a photo of a huge catfish recently caught in Kentucky Lake, WPSD reported.

Paula Cathey Smith said the fish, which looks to be as large as a child, is a personal best, WTVF reported.

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Smith said she didn't keep the trophy catch but rather let it go to swim another day, WPSD reported.

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